Halloween is a very exciting time of year for kids—not only do they get to dress up as their favorite characters, monsters, or other spooky creatures, but they also get to go trick-or-treating and collect a big haul of candy! However, all of this candy can actually be quite hazardous for your little one’s oral health; but did you know there are ways of getting around this? Here’s more from your trusted pediatric dentist about why Halloween candy can be so problematic for youngsters’ teeth, along with some non-candy alternatives that both you and your child can enjoy this spooky season!
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